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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Los Angeles from C$ 178

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 282

One-way from

C$ 178

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 746
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 7/1-13/1
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 32m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Delta
  • Delta
  • 22/1
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 34m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 December 2024.

Tue 31/127:15 p.m.JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 26mJetBlue
Mon 6/11:35 p.m.LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 21/12C$ 470
Tue 31/128:20 p.m.JFK - LAX
1 stop14h 19mAlaska Airlines
Sat 18/13:00 p.m.LAX - JFK
1 stop21h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/12C$ 619
Tue 31/126:10 p.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Tue 7/16:00 a.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Deal found 21/12C$ 619
Tue 31/126:15 p.m.JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mDelta
Tue 7/13:30 p.m.LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 20/12C$ 621
Tue 24/127:29 p.m.EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mAlaska Airlines
Wed 15/18:00 a.m.LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 21/12C$ 678
Wed 25/121:00 p.m.EWR - LAX
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Wed 22/112:15 p.m.LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Deal found 21/12C$ 706
Wed 25/1212:29 p.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Tue 31/1211:08 a.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Deal found 20/12C$ 744
Sat 28/126:45 a.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Sat 25/18:00 a.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 20/12C$ 763
Tue 31/127:55 p.m.EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/111:25 p.m.LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12C$ 786
Tue 31/1211:38 a.m.JFK - LAX
1 stop14h 11mSun Country Air
Fri 3/112:22 p.m.LAX - JFK
1 stop19h 19mSun Country Air
Deal found 21/12C$ 797
Tue 24/126:30 a.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop10h 25mJetBlue
Wed 8/110:10 p.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop8h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 21/12C$ 828
Wed 25/1211:50 a.m.EWR - LAX
1 stop13h 59mSun Country Air
Tue 31/1211:59 p.m.LAX - EWR
1 stop7h 58mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/12C$ 861

Find flights from New York to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 21 December 2024.

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NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 7/1

11:10 a.m.-2:18 p.m.

Nonstop6h 08m

Los Angeles

Mon 13/1

8:39 p.m.-5:03 a.m.

Nonstop5h 24m

C$ 282

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 21/1

6:29 p.m.-9:57 p.m.

Nonstop6h 28m

Los Angeles

Tue 28/1

8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

C$ 341

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 11/1

6:00 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

Nonstop6h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 25/1

2:40 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

Nonstop5h 18m

C$ 355

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/1

8:50 a.m.-12:26 p.m.

Nonstop6h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/1

7:45 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 355

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 18/1

9:00 p.m.-12:33 a.m.

Nonstop6h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 25/1

7:00 a.m.-3:26 p.m.

Nonstop5h 26m

C$ 356

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 25/1

7:00 a.m.-10:21 a.m.

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles

Sat 25/1

12:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

C$ 361

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 9/4

6:50 p.m.-11:47 p.m.

1 stop7h 57m

Los Angeles

Mon 14/4

12:45 a.m.-10:52 a.m.

1 stop7h 07m

C$ 368

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/1

12:25 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop9h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 15/1

11:15 a.m.-9:29 p.m.

1 stop7h 14m

C$ 376

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 18/1

4:00 p.m.-7:32 a.m.

1 stop18h 32m

Los Angeles

Sat 25/1

7:55 p.m.-4:29 p.m.

1 stop17h 34m

C$ 382

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/1

11:00 a.m.-6:57 p.m.

1 stop10h 57m

Los Angeles

Thu 16/1

12:00 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

1 stop8h 44m

C$ 391

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Los Angeles

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of C$ 234). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Los Angeles in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 December 2024.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Saturday (178 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (84 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 21 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines from New York to Los Angeles. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
3,266 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,039 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from New York?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from New York. On average, Los Angeles has 131 inbound flights from New York per day from 2 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 282), Alaska Airlines (C$ 341), and United Airlines (C$ 355) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Los Angeles. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Los Angeles one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 178 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from C$ 184 and Spirit Airlines from C$ 187 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Los Angeles?

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    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Los Angeles are LOT (96%), Qatar Airways (95%) and TAP AIR PORTUGAL (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay C$ 476, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 170. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around C$ 309.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of C$ 234). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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